Faraglioni, Capri, Italy
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ToRo61
N 40° 32.517 E 014° 15.183
33T E 436747 N 4488178
Faraglioni - the symbol of Capri island
Waymark Code: WMC635
Location: Campania, Italy
Date Posted: 07/30/2011
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The Faraglioni are three immense, 80-100 meter high stacks, the impressive forms of which have been created by the erosive action of the wind and sea. The "Faraglione Stella"' is still attached to the coast. The "Faraglione di Mezzo" rises up out of the water some 150 meters or so out to sea. The "Faraglione di Fuori" (also known as "Scopolo") is the furthest away from the shore line.
The Faraglione di Fuori is inhabited by the Podarcis sicula coerulea and the only place in the world in which this particular species of lizard has been found. It is believed that the amphibians' blue colored skin is the result of chromatic adaption, which occurred following the separation of the rock from the mainland. The Faraglioni di Mezzo features a large central cavity, through which small boats can easily sail.
Photo of the Arch by itself?: yes
Type of Arch: Coastline
Type of Material:
Limestone
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Visit Instructions:
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